Which shows a correct order to solve this story problem?



Simone was arranging a party for some friends. She needed 25 balloons and 12 packs of napkins. Napkins cost $4.50 per pack and balloons cost $0.75 each.



How much money did Simone spend?



A.


Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 12.

Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 25.

Step 3: Add the two products.


B.


Step 1: Add $0.75 and 12.

Step 2: Add $4.50 and 25.

Step 3: Multiply the two sums.


C.


Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 25.

Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 12.

Step 3: Add the two products.


D.


Step 1: Calculate the cost of 1 napkin.

Step 2: Multiply $0.75 by 25.

Step 3: Add the two numbers together.